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Patient Secondary Survey (SAMPLE)

A prompt for taking a casualty history once the primary survey is done. Work through Signs & symptoms, Allergies, Medication, Past history, Last oral intake and Events.

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Prints as an A6 landscape card. In the print dialog pick A6 and “fit to page”, then cut along the black border.

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A memory aid, not medical training. In an emergency always dial 999 / 112 (or call/text 999 and ask for Mountain Rescue) as soon as it's safe to do so.
Patient Secondary SurveySAMPLESSigns & SymptomsHow does the casualty feel? Ask where it hurts and check their painscore.AAllergiesAny allergies? If unconscious, check neck and wrists for a medical alertor ID.MMedicationAny medication? Check for medicines in their bag or on them.PPast Medical HistoryAsk about past medical history. Have they seen a doctor recently?LLast Oral IntakeWhen did they last have anything to eat or drink?EEventsWhat events led up to the incident?Mountain CardsFirst-aid survey prompt

Use of this tool is offered on the condition of a donation to Severn Area Rescue Association.